RASCAN holographic radar for detecting and characterizing dinosaur tracks

Abstract

The development of high lateral resolution holographic radar imaging has stimulated new research on mapping of exposed dinosaurs and detection of tracks hidden in the uppermost layers of potential track-bearing rocks, as well as for the characterization of rock features around tracks. This project involves experiments on tracksites, museum specimens, and laboratory models from around the world. Preliminary experiments indicate that holographic radar will be able to provide comprehensive tracksite mapping with objectivity and total non-invasiveness.